The North Face Griffin Backpack vs The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Griffin Backpack and the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack is that the Griffin Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water repellent) while the Hydra 26L Backpack does not.

The North Face Griffin Backpack - Front View
The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Griffin Backpack Hydra 26L Backpack
Category Outdoor Hiking
Sub Category Travel Backpacking
Capacity (L) 65L 26L
Dimensions (in) 15.4 x 11 x 26.4 24 x 15 x 5
Weight (lb) 2 2
Fabric Nylon 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish.
Color Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black Goblin Blue/Beta Blue
Warranty Lifetime
Rating 3.8 1
Price Under $225 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded adjustable shoulder strap J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with a whistle buckle Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Pivoting hip belt Adjustable waist strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellent
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Wraparound J-zipper access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, 2 hip belt pocket 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers
Side Pockets 2 stretch side pockets 2 slip-in side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Detachable daypack
Lightweight Lightweight
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded adjustable back panel FlashDry back panel
Load Lifters Adjustable load lifters
Hip Belt Pockets 2 hip belt pockets
Top / Floating Lid Detachable flip-forward top lid
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective webbing
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Hydration sleeve Integrated hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the Griffin Backpack by The North Face against the Hydra 26L Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Griffin Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Travel features while The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features.

The The North Face Griffin Backpack has a capacity of 65L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 15.4 x 11 x 26.4. It's made of Nylon and is available in Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black in comparison the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack's capacity is 26L with a size of 24 x 15 x 5 inches. Constructed from 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Goblin Blue/Beta Blue.